Water Quality in Albuquerque, NM (87106)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87106.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 5 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
26,953
Population
12
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Albuquerque Water System
University Of New Mexico
1 health-basedPresbyterian Healthcare Services
Corrales Elementary School
Polk Middle School
Los Padillas Elementary School
Cnm South Valley Campus
University Of Nm, S Golf Cours
Sandia Outdoor Recreation Center - Aps
Akin And Akin Water System
China One Restaurant
Elks Lodge 461
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Albuquerque (87106) has more violations than 57% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 6.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.